Trump Sues BBC for $10 Billion Over Election Documentary

Former President Donald Trump is suing the BBC for $10 billion, claiming defamation linked to their portrayal of him in a documentary ahead of the 2024 presidential election. The lawsuit accuses the BBC of editing his January 6 speech to misrepresent his words and influence the election outcome.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Washington DC | Updated: 16-12-2025 17:12 IST | Created: 16-12-2025 17:12 IST
Trump Sues BBC for $10 Billion Over Election Documentary
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Donald Trump, the former U.S. President, has initiated a $10 billion lawsuit against the BBC, claiming defamation and unfair trade practices.

The suit, filed in Florida, centers on a documentary where Trump's January 6 speech was allegedly misrepresented to influence the 2024 presidential election.

Trump accuses the British broadcaster of editing the speech to portray a false narrative, potentially impacting his political standing, while the BBC insists it did not defame him.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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